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connoisseur
[ˌkɑːnəˈsɜːr]
noun
pl: connoisseurs
conhecedor
1.
A person who has deep knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of a particular subject, especially in the arts or food
She is a connoisseur of fine wines.
Ela é uma conhecedora de vinhos finos.
2.
An expert judge or discerning person in matters of taste
He's a connoisseur of classical music.
Ele é um conhecedor de música clássica.
NYC Slang
foodie (when referring to culinary connoisseurs), culture vulture (for arts enthusiasts)
Synonyms
expert
specialist
aficionado
enthusiast
authority
virtuoso
maven
Antonyms
novice
amateur
ignoramus
layperson
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
conhecedor
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
conhecedor
Standard usage
São Paulo
conhecedor
Standard usage, sometimes 'entendedor'
Portugal
conhecedor
Standard usage, also 'perito' or 'especialista'
Related Idioms & Phrases
a connoisseur's eye
connoisseur of fine things
have a connoisseur's taste
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